The diocese of Milan, Italy has instituted the Carlo Maria Martini International Award in honor of the Archbishop who guided the diocese from 1980-2002. Purpose of the award: “so that the figure of Cardinal Martini will not be reduced to partial memories but will always be welcomed and lived for its full value, namely: his extraordinary witness to the risen Christ, the Eternal Word of the Father.”
The competition for the award has two sections. Contestants can submit a written report or the presentation of an activity that illustrates the figure and thought of Martini (first section), or else a writing or activity that illustrates the relationship between the Bible and various field of culture–a concern that always guided the Cardinal’s thinking (second section).
The award is open to Italians and foreigners (including groups of up to 4 people) who are 18 or older at the time they submit their entry. The initiative must be presented in electronic form by 31 August 2013, the first anniversary of Cardinal Martini’s death.